The Undeniable ROI of Community Parks and Green Spaces

Our data and analysis reveal the undeniable return on local park spending. In addition to great green space, cities that put money into their parks can expect improved public health outcomes and lower healthcare costs; reduced stormwater treatment costs; consumer savings on discretionary services; rising tax revenues for municipal governments, and a boost in public-private partnerships. But here’s the thing: None of those benefits comes to the party alone. They show up in force, delivering multiple, complementing, and overlapping outcomes that are far greater than the sum of their parts.  

The following case studies are just three among thousands that demonstrate the far-reaching collateral improvements a single, local green space can bring to a community.